Tag: University

How to get relief from financial burden through Loughborough University scholarship worth over N30million

The popular japa movement has created anxiety in a lot of Nigerians, as the desire to tap the potentials of greener pastures eats deep into minds. On the other hand, for others,…

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Jim Iyke sex scene almost got me kicked out of college – Lilian Afegbai

According to Lilian Afegbai, she was almost kicked out of school for acting in a sex scene with Jim Iyke. In an interview, the film actress recounted her early experiences…

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South West

Why do South West Governors think we need a Western University?

At the ongoing South West (SW) Governors Forum in Osogbo, they have resolved to establish a Western University co-owned by all South Western states. This is dead on arrival and…

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Dear Rotimi Amaechi, Nigeria does not need a University of Transportation

At a time the Nigerian tertiary education sector is in shambles and mired in a quagmire, the Federal government is set to embark on another wild goose chase which will…

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ASUU

ASUU’s concern about proliferation of Universities in Nigeria is timely

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) Lagos state chapter has expressed concerns at the rate at which Universities are being established in the country. According to its Lagos chapter…

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Facebook undertakes University Roadshow across Nigeria in its aim to engage students in all things ‘deep tech’

Facebook on Thursday announced a university-wide roadshow as part of its ongoing commitment and investment in growing the tech ecosystem, and driving innovation across Nigeria. Following the recent announcement at its…

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Dj Cuppy

[The Activism Blog] DJ Cuppy has a deep love for education and she can’t hide it

Anytime the name DJ Cuppy is mentioned, her career in music and her billionaire father are the first two things people reference about her. Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola has made a…

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JAMBOREE: It’s time to question the relevance of JAMB

by Alexander O. Onukwue If the intention of the authorities at JAMB was to restructure the process of gaining admissions into tertiary institutions in the country, it is fair to…

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JAMB: Why ruin schooling? University education should not be compulsory

by Alexander O. Onukwue The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) announced this week a new guideline for cut-off marks for admission of students into tertiary schools in Nigeria. The…

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Cash-strapped Zimbabwe to build $1bn Mugabe university

Zimbabwe on Wednesday announced its plan to build a $1 billion university to honour its 93-year-old President, Robert Mugabe. “Cabinet has approved the establishment of the Robert Gabriel Mugabe University,”…

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Moses Ochonu: This simple innovation can help Nigerian universities raise revenue

by Moses Ochonu Such is the rot in Nigerian universities that the system needs deep, disruptive reforms to become compatible with the educational trends and needs of the 21st century.…

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FG names Ekiti federal varsity after Adebayo

The Federal Government has renamed the Federal University, Oye Ekiti, after the late military governor of the old Western Region, General Adeyinka Adebayo (retd.). Acting President Yemi Osinbajo announced this…

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Obama to make first public speech since Trump’s inauguration

By Itunuoluwa Adebo Exactly three months after leaving the White House, former President Barack Obama will deliver his first public remarks. Obama will speak with young leaders Monday in Chicago.…

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Police arrest university professor, lecturers for cultism

by Azeez Adeniyi The Edo State Police command has arrested some lecturers of the Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma for alleged cult-related activities. Haliru Gwandu, the state commissioner of police, made…

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UTME: JAMB bars awaiting results

by Dolapo Adelana The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Tuesday said effective from 2017, candidates awaiting results would no longer be eligible to apply for the Universities Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The…

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Nigerian Association of Radiography Students holds the 9th edition of the Health Week

The Nigerian Association of Radiography Students (NARS Unilag chapter) held its annual health week between January 21st – 27th, 2017 at College of Medicine, University of Lagos. The health week…

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Whatever you decide to study, you can study in the UK [DETAILS]

Studying in the UK means a daily dose of world class teaching and extraordinary academic innovation that will help you develop critical thinking, creativity and confidence. In addition, UK institutions…

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LAUTECH

JUST IN: LAUTECH announces resumption after 8 months strike

The management Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has announced that the institution will resume studies on January 27 after being closed down for over 8 months. The closure of…

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#Impact365: HCD Centre provides mentorship for undergraduates as it aims to create global business leaders

Human Capital Development Centre has a major goal and that is to empower young undergraduates in Nigeria to become business leaders in their own rights. As easy as it sounds,…

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#NYSCAbuse: Here are all the ways NYSC makes life a living hell for graduates

As it is, there is an embargo placed on gainful employment in 90 per cent of the organizations in the country - you don't serve, you don't get a job…

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Rachael Uzor: Making lemonade

by Rachael Uzor Some emotions make you feel downright horrible, and depression is one of the worst of them, if not the worst. Right now, I'm depressed. I heard news…

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Opinion: The accommodation racket at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka

by I. B. Nga Since the commencement of this new academic session, several students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), have been badly destablised by the very frustrating method…

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Abioye Ayomide: Wrong place, wrong time [Nigerian Voices]

by Abioye Joseph Ayomide On this day, I returned to school after a short break at home: a day I should have listened to the still voice telling me not…

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Lillian Nnedinso: I felt like ending it all, but… [Nigerian Voices]

by Lillian Nnedinso I never knew that I will someday tell this as a story. The thought of ending it all was what filled my mind. Felt like strangling myself, like…

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Farooq Kperogi: Albert Einstein was a Polytechnic graduate

If you are a Nigerian university graduate who has been socialized into disdaining polytechnics as inferior higher education institutions, think about this: Albert Einstein, the world’s most renowned physicist and…

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84 LASU students receive warning letters for indecent dressing

Eighty four students of the Lagos State University (LASU) have been issued warning letters for indecent dressing by the university authorities, the News Agency of Nigeria reports. The warning was issued by…

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#Impact365: A group of developers figured out how students can earn money in schools

My FourWalls is a mobile application created to help Nigerian students gain easy access to deals, events and also make money by selling, buying and trading items within themselves. In…

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PODCAST: “Most people my age crash in businesses” and more on The UnderGrad Podcast

Regardless of geographical location, university undergraduates face similar struggles and issues that they deal with on a daily basis. "The Undergrad" podcast brings you an in-depth discussion between three university…

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Professor Anthony Elujoba is Acting-VC of OAU

Professor Anthony Elujoba has been appointment as the new acting Vice Chancellor of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife. His appointment was approved on Thursday by the University's Senate. Elujoba,…

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Opinion: Perfecting the collapse of hemorrhaging administrative order

By Olumide Awoyemi Following the directive of the Visitor that the university senate convenes a meeting to nominate an acting vice chancellor, I have found myself in a deep moral…

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